Diet Tech

Compass Healthcare; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Flexible time off

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Compass Healthcare is looking for a full-time Diet Technician in Los Angeles, CA, to provide nutrition education and support inpatient care. The role includes responsibilities like assisting with patient data collection, nutrition screening, and creating educational materials.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, be proficient in Microsoft Office, and have experience in a hospital setting. The position provides benefits such as medical coverage, life insurance, and flexible time off.

Qualifications

• Credentialed as a Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered preferred.
• One year of hospital experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and diet office systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Dietitian with nutrition screening and menu planning.
• Assist patients in completing menu selections.
• Participate in patient satisfaction programs and departmental meetings.

Skills

Nutrition education

Patient data collection

Nutrient analysis programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or related science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic medical record systems

Job description

Position Summary

Position Title: Diet Technician (FT) – Los Angeles, CA

Location: Morrison Healthcare at Los Angeles General Hospital

Reports To: Director of Nutrition Systems

Salary: $25–$30 per hour

Other Compensation: Meal plan, CEU credits, phone stipend

Job Summary

Morrison Healthcare, a safety-net hospital in the heart of Los Angeles, seeks a Diet Technician who delivers nutrition education in group settings and supports inpatient care. The role involves patient education on diabetes, weight management, CKD, and additional areas. Key duties include inpatient cross‑coverage, creating educational handouts, assisting with patient scheduling, and data analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Dietitian with patient data collection, nutrition screening, and modified menu planning
• Assist patients in completing menu selections
• Follow all guidelines outlined in the Company Diet Manual and Clinical Nutrition Policies & Procedures Manual
• Comply with regulatory standards including federal, state, and accrediting agencies, HIPAA, patient rights policies, and facility confidentiality
• Train and mentor patient services staff and interns as applicable
• Participate in patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and facility-wide Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement programs

Qualifications

• Credentialed as a Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) – preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or a related science – required
• One year of hospital experience – preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, electronic medical record & diet office systems, and nutrient analysis programming

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible time off, paid parental leave, holiday time off (varies)
• Personal leave, Associate Shopping Program
• Health and wellness programs, discount marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, FSA

EEO Statement

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, providing equal opportunity consistent with all applicable laws.

Additional Information

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace.